Cyclo PEG‑6

INCI: PEG-6 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDES

CAS Number
68424‑31‑7 is commonly associated with PEG‑6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides; exact CAS may vary by specific commercial grade
Function
Emollient, solubilizer, skin-replenishing agent, mild thickener
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Widely used cosmetic emollient with no specific FDA restriction; must comply with impurity limits and general safety requirements including residual EO/1,4-dioxane control.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Control residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane per best practice; consider environmental impact of PEGs in wastewater and avoid occlusive over-use on compromised skin.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyclo PEG‑6 safe in cosmetics?

Control residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane per best practice; consider environmental impact of PEGs in wastewater and avoid occlusive over-use on compromised skin. The EU classifies Cyclo PEG‑6 as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Cyclo PEG‑6 allowed in the EU?

Cyclo PEG‑6 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cyclo PEG‑6 do in cosmetics?

Cyclo PEG‑6 functions as: Emollient, solubilizer, skin-replenishing agent, mild thickener. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68424‑31‑7 is commonly associated with PEG‑6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides; exact CAS may vary by specific commercial grade.

What is the Margin of Safety for Cyclo PEG‑6?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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